1983 Opel Monza vs. 1989 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1989 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 4 kg more than 1983 Opel Monza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Opel Monza | 1989 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Opel | Toyota |
Model | Monza | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |